CES 2026 News Coverage

Jan 6 - 9

CES is North America's largest and most important technology trade show, held every year in Las Vegas, Nevada. It brings together the tech world to debut new hardware, consumer electronics, AI breakthroughs, and next-generation technologies.

Just like every year, we're covering CES live from Las Vegas with our on-site team, backed by editors at home, to deliver the quickest and most comprehensive updates from the show floor.

On this page you can find all of our news coverage for the event.

Ace Computers Shows "Firestorm" PCs and "Nightsky" Workstation Laptops at CES 2026

Ace Computers, a U.S.-based PC builder, unveiled its expanded gaming PC lineup under the Ace Gaming brand at CES 2026. Featured at the booth was the "Firestorm" PC family, available in various shapes and sizes. The most compact model, the Ignite ITX, fits an AMD Ryzen 5 9600X processor, 16 GB of DDR5 memory, and a 1 TB NVMe SSD into a small-form-factor case. It also includes an NVIDIA RTX 5070 GPU and a 750 W power supply, for decent gaming. The Spark-A model uses a standard ATX tower while maintaining the same CPU, RAM, and storage as the Ignite ITX, but upgrades the power supply to 850 W for better future expansion.

The bigger Blaze-A is designed for more demanding users, featuring a Ryzen 7 9700X processor and doubling both the memory and storage to 32 GB and 2 TB. At the top of the lineup, the Inferno-A flagship combines a Ryzen 7 9800X3D chip with an RTX 5080 graphics card, making it the most powerful option in the series for 4K gaming and intensive creative work. All four models run Windows 11 Pro.

ASUS ZenBook A16 Launches at CES As Ultra-Portable Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme Laptop with 21-Hour Battery

ASUS has had a strong presence at CES 2026, presenting updated gaming and creator laptops, including an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395-powered convertible laptop and a new ZenBook Duo with dual 14-inch OLED displays. As it happens, that Intel Panther Lake ZenBook has a Snapdragon-powered sibling as well. The new ASUS ZenBook A16 is a 16-inch Windows-on-Arm PC intended to be used as an everyday general productivity and media consumption laptop. ASUS's goal with the A16 was to design the "best commuter laptop," and balance portability, versatility, and efficiency. The end result is a 1.2 kg laptop that measures just 16.5 mm thick but still boasts 21 hours of battery life from a 70 Wh battery.

The ZenBook A16 will be available with both the Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-92-100 and the X2 Elite Extreme X2E-94-100, both versions with 48 GB of LPDDR5x memory and up to 2 TB of PCIe 4x4 storage. The CPU in the ZenBook A16 aside, there are also a number of interesting features that make the new Arm-powered laptop stand out. For starters, the 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED touch display—there is also an otherwise identical non-touch version—reaches 1100 nits peak brightness and features a 120 Hz refresh rate. The ZenBook A16 is light on ports, though, likely owing to its thin Ceraluminum chassis—which ASUS says is 30% lighter and 3x more durable than regular aluminium. The ZenBook A16 has dual USB4 ports, a single USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a 3.5 mm combo audio jack. The A16's included chiclet keyboard has 1.3 mm of total travel, and the included trackpad has been stretched to the vertical limit, which has become a trend in modern laptops.

be quiet! Showcases New Coolers, Previews Upcoming Lineup at CES 2026

be quiet! CES 2026 showcase is led by the Light Loop IO LCD, a new AIO liquid cooler aimed at high-end systems. It features a 2.1-inch IPS display (500 nits) for system stats or custom visuals, paired with RGB lighting. Cooling hardware includes three Light Wings LX PWM fans, a redesigned cold plate and jet plate, and a new pump design. The cooler is managed through be quiet!'s IO Center software and will be available in 240 mm and 360 mm sizes, in black or white. The company also showed its latest air coolers. The Dark Rock Pro 6 uses seven heat pipes and dual Silent Wings fans for high-end CPUs, while Dark Rock 6 offers a more compact single-fan design with six heat pipes. Both support silent and performance modes. An early prototype of Dark Rock Pro 6 IO LCD with a 4.5-inch IPS display was also on display.

be quiet! also provided information about its upcoming power supplies with two new 1200 W models. Power Zone 2 1200 W with 80 Plus Platinum efficiency and ATX 3.1 / PCIe 5.1 support targets high-end systems, while Pure Power 13 M 1200 W offers a more affordable 80 Plus Gold option. Finally, we were briefly teased about Dark Perk Ergo and Dark Perk Sym gaming mice. They are lightweight wireless models focused on high polling rates and long battery life, with more details expected closer to launch.
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ASRock PSUs at 2026 CES: L-type 12V-2x6 Cable with Overheat Protection

ASRock at the 2026 International CES showed off its latest PSUs. Starting things off is the new ASRock 12V-2x6 L-type modular PSU cable. This cable comes with 16 AWG wires for its main power lines, and is 70 cm in length. It is capable of 12V-2x6 with 600 W continuous output and meets ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 CEM specs. Besides its 12 power pins and 4 sensor pins, there are two additional detachable pins, which connect a compatible PSU to a thermal diode located in the VGA-end of the cable. When it senses that temperature within the connector has crossed a certain safety threshold, the PSU's over-temperature protection (OTP) kicks in and turns off your machine. You will lose work, but might end up saving your high-end graphics card. The cable's temperature pins work with ASRock's Taichi, Phantom Gaming, and Steel Legend Platinum series PSUs).

ASRock PRO series PSUs are the company's mainstream non-modular (fixed cable) PSU lineup, these come in 850 W (600 W 12V-2x6), 750 W (450 W 12V-2x6), and 650 W (450 W 12V-2x6) models, and meet ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 specs, offering 80 Plus Gold switching efficiency. The Steel Legend Platinum series are a premium line of PSUs positioned above, with full modular cabling. These can be had in 850 W, 1000 W, and 1200 W models, each of which have 600 W-capable 12V-2x6. The 1200 W model in fact comes with two 600 W 12V-2x6). You get 80 Plus Platinum switching efficiency, along with Cybenetics Platinum switching and Cybenetics A acoustics. The Phantom Gaming (SFX) series comes in 850 W and 1000 W, featuring not just 600 W 12V-2x6, but also connector OTP, 92 mm cooling fans, and 5 V rail power boost.

ASRock Dips Into AIO Watercooling At CES 2026

ASRock made a splash at CES 2026 by introducing their first line of AIO watercoolers, marking a new venture for the company that has long served PC enthusiasts. The standout models are the flagship Taichi AQUA series, featuring swappable magnetic tops that allow users to choose between a 3.4-inch LCD screen or a clear panel to view the coolant flow. Designed for heavy-duty systems, these models boast dual pumps capable of handling over 500 watts and come with thick 38 mm radiators. The other four series cater to gamers and general PC builders. The Phantom Gaming series offers RGB lighting and additional cooling for VRM components, while the Steel Legend series emphasizes durability with industrial-grade bearings. The Challenger and Pro series are designed for those seeking effective cooling without breaking the bank. The Challenger series is straightforward, featuring a smaller 3-inch display and easy installation, while the Pro series offers a balance with some RGB effects and reliable performance.
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ASRock Presents New DeskSlim, DeskMini, & Box PC Systems at CES 2026

Earlier today, ASRock granted TechPowerUp access to its mostly new product laden Las Vegas hotel suite, where several brand-new mini PC systems immediately drew the eye. The Taiwanese manufacturer's DeskSlim B760 is already a somewhat known property, but over a month later, it is encouraging to examine a demonstration unit in-person. ASRock's demo example was already opened up when TPU turned up on the scene; clearly showing Intel hardware-based innards. Team Blue's reference Arc Pro B50 "Battlemage" workstation-grade graphics card is dinky enough to fit inside the DeskSlim B760 model's ultra-compact 4.9-liter chassis. Also, a Laminar RH-style air cooler was crammed into the tight interior space—tasked with cooling up to Intel 14th Gen Core CPUs. A nearby product placard mentions that the AMD-based DeskSlim X600 variant is also on the way to launch.

Digital Storm Displays "Vector" and "Aventum 5" PC Builds at CES 2026

At CES 2026 in Las Vegas, Digital Storm unveiled its latest pre-built PCs featuring custom chassis that rethink system layouts. One of the new models, the "Vector," redesigns the traditional setup by positioning the GPU at the top of the PC. The chassis measures 18x13x4 inches and accommodates an NVIDIA RTX 6000 Pro Blackwell GPU within its slim four-inch thickness. Perforations on both sides ensure adequate airflow for the GPU and radiator. The system is built on a Mini-ITX motherboard, compatible with either an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X or an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor. The Vector PC's exterior is adorned with vertical perforated stripes, and a tempered glass panel elegantly showcases the AIO cooler's ring that manages the CPU's temperature. Vector will start at $2,000 with planned availability in Q2 of 2026.

TCOMAS Shows off its Latest CPU Coolers and Cases at 2026 CES

TCOMAS at the 2026 International CES presented its latest CPU coolers designed through 2025, which are either launched recently, or are slated for launch soon in 2026. We begin our tour with the WZ800 PRO all-in-one liquid CPU cooler. This cooler features a pump-block with a curved 6.67-inch true-color IPS display that's attached to an aluminium unibody frame. You can rotate the display portion of the pump-block to your liking, so the edge doesn't get in the way of coolant tubing. The screen can also be completely detached. Its radiator is 29 mm thick, and TCOMAS includes a set of 120 mm fans which feature daisy-chained magnetic interlocks that reduce cable clutter in your build. The fans each has an overdrive mode that can push up to 111 CFM of airflow, thanks to its top speed of 3200 RPM (+ 320 RPM). The pump can turn between 1500 and 3200 RPM.

The TCOMAS WG900 PRO is a different take on pump-block mounted displays. It comes with three 3.95-inch square screens that form part of the inner faces of a cube. The rest of the cooler's specs, including those of the fans, are identical to those of the WG800 PRO. For both coolers, the display attaches to the pump-block via a pair of USB type-C connections, where the ports provide both power and host connectivity. The TCOMAS LX800 PRO comes with two user-replaceable attachments on top of the pump-block. The first one is a round true-color display, the second one is a 60 mm fan that provides ventilation around the CPU socket area. The display attachment has two screens, the main round color screen, and a smaller LED segment display along the side that puts out coolant temperature and pump-speed reading.

ASUS ROG Wi-Fi 8 Demo Unit: 8 Antennas + 3 LAN Ports, Also New ProArt Networking Devices

ASUS has used CES as a launch platform for many of its new Wi-Fi router products over the years, although this year it brought what it calls a demo system, rather than something that is ready for launch later this year. The ROG NeoCore Wi-Fi 8 router looks like something out of a Sci-Fi movie, and it really stands out compared to every other router we've ever seen. Due to the fact that Wi-Fi 8 isn't expected to be ratified until 2028, we might have to wait a while before we know if the NeoCore will become a retail product or not. The ROG NeoCore router is based on the shape of an icosahedron, which people that play role playing games might recognise as a 20-sided dice. As it is still early days, ASUS didn't share any specs, but three network ports are visible and based on the Wi-Fi 8 demo ASUS was running, we might be able to expect it to feature eight antennas split between the three Wi-Fi bands.

ASUS was also showing a pair of new ProArt branded networking products, the PRT-BE5000 router and the PQG-U1080 Ethernet switch. The PRT-BE5000 is as the name suggests a BE5000 Wi-Fi 7 router, which means a 3x3 antenna configuration for the 5 GHz which delivers a throughput of up to 4320 Mbps and a 2x2 setup for the 2.4 GHz band which delivers up to 688 Mbps. Other features include a pair of 2.5 Gbps Ethernet ports for WAN/LAN, three Gigabit ports, but oddly enough no USB ports. The PQG-U1080 is an unmanaged switch with eight 2.5 Gbps ports and two 10 Gbps SFP+ ports. Pricing of either device is currently unknown.

AMD Reportedly Hints About Later Launch of Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU

According to a fairly fresh ComputerBase social media post, AMD has confirmed the existence—reportedly to a select group of journalists—of their unreleased 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 SKU. During CES 2026 proceedings, the German computer hardware news outlet was seemingly briefed about an upcoming second quarter launch of Ryzen AI 400 series desktop APUs, and were told to "stay tuned" for future updates regarding the rollout of Team Red's dual 3D V-Cache flagship gaming chip. Officially, AMD has already unveiled its 8-core Ryzen 7 9850X3D processor model at this week's highly important trade show. Since late last year, the two additional "Granite Ridge" products were mentioned multiple times via online leaks.

Past NDA-busting Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 information appeared less frequently; leading to speculation about it not being debuted at CES 2026. Despite a notable absence of concrete information, several members of the press did spot curious promo renders that showed a dual CCD design within Ryzen 7 9850X3D-related PR folders. Throughout late 2025/early 2026 PC gaming online communities have fretted over a possible uncertain future for AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 SKU, but the latest revelation (courtesy of ComputerBase) and recent benchmark database entries signal a promising path going forward.

ASUS Displays its ROG Kithara Planar Magnetic Gaming Headset at CES

ASUS has decided to enter the deep end of audiophile gear by creating the ROG Kithara, a gaming headset with planar magnetic drivers from HIFIMAN. TPU has tested over 30 products by HIFIMAN and many of them have walked away with awards, so it will be interesting to see what they can do in collaboration with ASUS. The ROG Kithara comes with two sets of cables, one that has a built in MEMS based boom microphone and one that is a balanced cable that can be used with a 4.4 mm balanced connector, or regular 3.5 or 6.3 mm jack plugs. The Kithara also comes with a USB Type-C adapter, but it's not clear if this has a built-in DAC or not.

There are no gimmicks to be found here, no RGB lighting, no wireless connectivity. The ROG Kithara has an open-back design and ASUS claims that the 100 mm planar magnetic drivers deliver an 8 Hz to 55 kHz frequency response range. So far, ASUS hasn't provided any more detailed specs, beyond the 16 ohm impedance, but based on the information available, it seems like the Kithara is based on one of HIFIMAN's simpler planar magnetic drivers. The MEMS microphone is said to have a 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response with a 74dB SNR and a total harmonic distortion of less than 0.1 percent. ASUS supplies two pairs of ear cushions in a choice of either velour or leatherette with mesh fabric on the sides. As for pricing, the ROG Kithara is said to have an MSRP of US$359.

ASUS Reveals ZenBook Duo Refresh with Ceraluminum Chassis and Flagship Panther Lake CPU at CES 2026

ASUS has revealed new ZenBook laptops at CES 2026, but the headline device is its new dual-screen ZenBook Duo, which has received a physical redesign and a spec bump. The new ZenBook Duo, carries the same dual-screen productivity goals as previous generations but features a few refinements to the displays and hinges, a dual battery setup, and a lighter, stronger frame. The new ZenBook Duo UX8407 uses dual 14-inch 3K OLED displays with 144 Hz refresh rates and 1,000 nits claimed peak brightness. The displays are both touch-enabled and support the ASUS Pen 3.0—and consequently other Microsoft Pen Protocol 2.6 styluses—and ASUS claims that together they provide nearly 20 inches of screen real estate. The new chassis is constructed from Ceraluminum, which ASUS claims makes the ZenBook Duo three times more durable and 30% lighter, with the whole package coming in at 1.65 kg. Likewise, the new hinge design is both more compact and tougher, and effectively butts the two displays up against another, reducing the gap between the displays by 70% and eliminating the step so that the displays feel more like a single unit. The ZenBook Duo also includes a detachable trackpad, but the bottom display can also be used as a full-screen virtual keyboard and trackpad.

The new dual-screen laptop splits the 99 Wh battery between the top and bottom cases, and ASUS's battery life testing suggests an 18-hour battery life during video playback on both screens. This stretches to 32 hours of local video playback on a single screen. This battery life is partially thanks to the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs that power the ZenBook Duo, which tops out with Intel's flagship mobile Panther Lake CPU, the Core Ultra X9 388H. The new CPU has 16 cores and features the new Intel Arc B390 iGPU, which is supposed to deliver RTX 4050-level performance at much lower power draw. That said, the ZenBook Duo will supposedly run the new Intel CPU at a 45 W TDP, which is only 20.8 W short of the 65.8 W claimed peak Turbo Power for 16-core CPU. The new ZenBook Duo will also offer up to 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM, with a 16 GB option also available. The ZenBook Duo is light on ports, as you might expect from a laptop with such a thin chassis. It features just one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and a single HDMI 2.1 port. Although ASUS doesn't mention it on the spec sheet, the ZenBook Duo does also include a 3.5 mm audio jack. ASUS says the 99 Wh batteries, which charge via one of the USB-C ports, charge to 60% in just 49 minutes.

ASUS Shows ROG GR70, ExpertCenter PN55 Mini PCs and Ascent GX10 Ultra-Small AI Supercomputer

ASUS brought several compact systems to CES 2026, covering gaming, productivity, and local AI workloads, besides the newly released NUC 16 Pro with Intel "Panther Lake". ROG GR70 is the company's first ROG-branded gaming mini PC powered by the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor and can be configured with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 or RTX 5060 Laptop GPUs. The system uses a triple-fan cooling solution and includes Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. It includes 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, with support for PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 M.2 drives.

ExpertCenter PN55 is an ultra-compact Copilot+ mini PC aimed at business and everyday productivity. It runs on AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series processors with Radeon 800M graphics and an NPU rated at up to 55 TOPS. Features include a dedicated Copilot key, fingerprint reader, built-in mic and speaker, dual 2.5 GbE LAN, six USB ports, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. ASUS says the PN55 meets military-grade durability standards.

Lexar Shows SSDs, Memory, MicroSD Cards, and AI Vision at CES 2026

At CES 2026, the TechPowerUp team visited the Lexar booth to see what the company had to offer. Lexar was celebrating thirty years since helping to establish the CompactFlash card standard in 1996. Their anniversary showcase featured the new Professional SILVER PLUS microSDXC, which they claim is the world's fastest 2 TB UHS-I card, boasting read speeds of 255 MB/s and write speeds of 180 MB/s, with 4K60P recording capabilities for action camera users. The TouchLock Portable SSD also drew attention as the first NFC dual-encryption drive we've encountered, using a smartphone tap to unlock 128-bit AES hardware encryption. Meanwhile, the PLAY X PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD promised impressive read speeds of 7400 MB/s and write speeds of 6500 MB/s for gaming and creative work. The company also showed its DDR5 UDIMMs running at up 8000 MT/s and capacities of up to 64 GB.
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Powiser Showcases New VOLIX 3 P-series Outdoor Energy Solutions at CES 2026

Powiser has unveiled a couple of new VOLIX 3 P-series models, signalling the start of an expanded range of products in 2026. TechPowerUp spent some time at the power system specialist's CES booth, where we took a closer look at two outdoor-centric models. Starting with the physically larger VOLIX 3 P4000 demonstration unit, a TPU staffer took note of a rugged handle bar and set of wheels. Adventurous outdoors-types can lug this 4096 Wh LFP (LiFePO4) battery-based power station across the ground, rather than carry it. As befits this SKU's moniker, claimed AC output is 4000 W, going up to a surged 8000 W level. AC power input goes up to 1800 W, while solar input maxes out at 1600 W. A total of ten output ports can power a great variety of electronic devices. When inspecting the VOLIX 3 P4000 back section, TPU spotted two external battery expansion bays.

ASUS Announces Chromebook CM32 Detachable

ASUS today announced the all-new ASUS Chromebook CM32 Detachable—the perfect portable companion for study, work and play, with a versatile 2-in-1 design that allows it to transform seamlessly between laptop and tablet. It features a bright and vibrant 12-inch 2.5K 120 Hz touchscreen, Arm -based processor, magnetic stylus with wireless charging, front and world-facing cameras, up to 13-hour battery life, fast Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and outstanding military-strength durability.

Versatile mobility
ASUS Chromebook CM32 Detachable offers superb versatility for abundant possibilities, with a range of practical accessories. The detachable keyboard—available in White or Dark Grey—allows seamless transition between tablet and laptop modes, making it ideal for learning or productivity. An optional magnetic stand covered with a strong, stain-resistant leatherette material can be set at almost any angle, providing freedom, flexibility and comfort for modern on-the-go lifestyles. There's also an optional magnetic USI 2.0 stylus that charges wirelessly. This enables quick, precise movements for unleashing creativity and productivity, empowering users to take notes, transcribe orders, sketch ideas or capture moments of inspiration quickly, simply and intuitively. In addition, an optional Impact Shield—a ruggedized case that adds an extra layer of durability—is available to provide on-the-go protection from everyday bumps and scrapes.

Razer Intros AIKit: an Open-Source Project for Easier Local LLM Development

Razer AIKit is an open-source platform that simplifies the entire AI development lifecycle. It automatically configures GPUs, forms clusters, and optimizes settings for local LLM inference and fine-tuning—delivering cloud-grade performance with lower latency and full local control. Designed for AI researchers and developers, AIKit enables fast, secure, and cost-efficient workflows with a single launch command.

Experience the full power of Razer's GPU-powered devices with Razer AIKit, the open-source AI development toolkit built for engineers and researchers. Designed for easy, out-of-the-box setup, Razer AIKit delivers cloud-grade GPU acceleration and scalability for AI developers to run LLMs locally over a single or cluster of GPUs. Run and fine-tune over 280,000 LLMs locally with familiar frameworks, achieving full performance and AI privacy without cloud costs.

Jackery Debuts Explorer 1500 Ultra Portable Power Station at CES

Jackery has introduced its rugged Ultra Series at this week's CES trade show. Debuting in Explorer 1500 SKU form; this brand-new product seems to be positioned as both a home-based backup power system and portable outdoor energy solution. The tough and reliable hybrid station boasts an IP65 rating; its maker expressed enough confidence in this level of environmental protection—as evidenced by a demonstration unit being continuously showered with water. The Explorer 1500 Ultra model features titanium-alloy multi-layer construction; resulting in an impressive 17.5 kg weight—Jackery claims that this is the lightest unit within current IP65-rated solutions (including other brands).

ASUS ROG Refreshes Zephyrus G14 and G16 Gaming Laptops at CES

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced the arrival of a new generation of Zephyrus G14 and G16 gaming laptops, powered by cutting edge next-gen chips. Both the Zephyrus G14 and Zephyrus G16 feature models with Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA silicon, perfect for creatives and professionals on the go who need extra power. Both laptops also now feature models with a new ROG Nebula HDR OLED display capable of 1100 nits peak brightness, and all models feature a timeless CNC-milled aluminium chassis to ensure a precise, premium experience from end to end.

Next-gen power
Both the Zephyrus G14 and G16 are available with the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors. This family employs a modular, tile-based architecture to enable broad flexibility, from low power operations to peak performance that users would expect from an ROG Zephyrus gaming laptop. With up to 50 TOPS of NPU performance available, local execution of AI tasks and potential for in-game AI workflows make the Core Ultra Series 3 family a perfect choice for modern computing. The Zephyrus G14 GU405 features up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, while the Zephyrus G16 GU606 features up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. Featuring the latest NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and killer software features like DLSS 4 and Frame Generation, these laptops are built for next-gen gaming.

GIGABYTE Adds HyperNits, Four New OLED Gaming Monitors with Display Enhancements

GIGABYTE, the world's leading computer brand, today unveils four groundbreaking OLED gaming monitors at CES 2026. To fully unleash the potential of OLED panels, these industry-leading displays feature the best picture-quality tuning that enhances both HDR and SDR content. By delivering the best visual experience with unmatched control over every detail and inheriting proprietary Tactical Features for responsive in-game control, GIGABYTE once again reinforces its leadership in gaming monitor innovation.

To improve HDR brilliance, GIGABYTE provides finely tuned HDR Picture Modes, including HDR Movie, HDR Game, and HDR Vivid, each optimized for different viewing scenarios. However, a common challenge across many OLED monitors is that images appear overly dark in HDR peak brightness modes due to APL limitations. GIGABYTE resolves this with HyperNits, a smart tuning feature leveraging a unique algorithm to intelligently reshape the EOTF curve. HyperNits boosts brightness by up to 30% while preserving critical highlight detail. Users can choose between HyperNits High for maximum brightness enhancement or HyperNits Medium for a gentle 20% lift in darker environments.

iBuyPower Debuts New Trace X and Element Pulse X Pre-Built PCs and Cases at CES 2026

The iBuyPower booth at CES 2026 is loaded with new RGB-clad CPU coolers destined to land in its pre-built PCs in 2026, but the system integrator has also revealed new case designs and custom loop liquid cooling solutions that it says will "make hard-line water cooling accessible to everyone." The highlight of iBuyPower's new pre-built PCs are the Trace X and Trace X CL pre-built PCs and PC cases. Both versions of the Trace X build use the same redesigned Trace and Slate cases, which now feature a curved tempered glass panel that serves as a window for both the front and side of the PC build, allowing buyers to show off their internals, while a mesh panel that runs along the case's top and right side bring in fresh air. The Trace X case has space for eight 120 mm fans—three side intake, three top-mounted exhaust fans, a rear exhaust fan, and one bottom intake—as well as support for 415 mm long GPUs, 165 mm CPU tower air coolers, and PSUs up to 230 mm long. The Trace X case will be available starting January 2026 for $99.99 in white, with silver or optional pink and lavender trim on the side panel, or black with gunmetal gray or optional faux wood side panel trim.

Hyperkin Shows Off Modular InfinaKore Guitar & X5 Alteron Mobile Controllers at CES 2026

Hyperkin launched its Drakong sub-brand last year, in parallel with an early introduction of their new product partnership with Fender. Almost six months later, the collaborative InfinaKore "Telecaster Edition" guitar controller has been showcased in-person at CES 2026. Yesterday, TechPowerUp inspected this highly-anticipated modular rhythm game-based accessory. Drakong's InfinaKore controller is being marketed as the ideal input device for Sound System's "Pro Mode." This next-generation rhythm game is expected to launch by Spring of this year. The InfinaKore controller features a fully modular design; several parts—including body, frets, tuners, whammy bar, and strum bar—can be swapped out. Users will be able to 3D print customized pieces; relevant files will be made available on day one of release. An "accessibility-first" approach means that "open-source mods will be provided to empower players of all abilities."

NuPhy Unveils Next-Gen Keyboards at CES

NuPhy, a next-generation keyboard and input device brand, is making its CES 2026 debut with a lineup of innovative keyboards designed to transform typing and gaming experiences. The debut highlights NuPhy's signature "Playfully Serious" philosophy, proving that professional work tools can be both functional and fun.

"Our philosophy is simple," says Reo, CEO of NuPhy, "Work doesn't have to be boring. Even serious tasks can be inspiring when your tools are designed to engage your focus, rhythm, and creativity." This "Playfully Serious" ethos drives NuPhy's expanding product lines, from office companions to high-performance gaming keyboards.

TCL Shows 5G Wi-Fi 7 Mobile Router and Wi-Fi 7 Mesh Router at CES

TCL today introduced two new connectivity devices at CES 2026, the TCL 5G Mobile WiFi P50 and the TCL WiFi Router BE36, bringing together on-the-go 5G mmWave hotspots and whole-home Wi-Fi 7 coverage in a single portfolio. By delivering seamless high-speed connectivity for both travel and home scenarios, the new devices further strengthen TCL's position as a leader in mobile and home connectivity solutions within North America.

As remote collaboration, mobile work, high-definition streaming and smart home adoption continue to grow, users increasingly demand networks that are fast, convenient and secure. TCL's new 5G mmWave mobile Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi 7 mesh router are designed with these needs in mind, covering a wide range of everyday scenarios. Working together, they create a seamless connectivity experience that spans from life on the move to life at home.

HYTE Showcases Prototype Cases, Fans, and Accessories at CES 2026

iBuyPower's revolutionary PC case design brand, HYTE, brought several new case designs to the 2026 International CES. The most striking product is the Z90, a new case concept that sees a rigid, conventionally laid out steel chassis covered by mesh panels, and structurally reinforced by swirls of plastic beams that make a waveform pattern diagonally across the case. This looks like something expensive in a patisserie.

The first prototype shows the general design concept, made with molded plastic. The 2nd prototype, which is closer to a production case, shows how the plastic scaffolding covers the inner case. The 3rd prototype showcases the functional bits of the interior. This is a larger case than it looks in the pictures, there's room for a full-sized ATX build. Also part of the prototype is a HYTE FA20 Duo, a compound fan that uses two 200 mm fanlets. Next up, is the HYTE X50 was launched late last year, it is a uniquely colorful case design with the company's Louvered Blade Ventilation design.
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